Pessimism and optimism absolve us of the responsibility to act. What is the alternative?
Full conversation with Prof Cheng Lesong of @PKU1898 here: https://t.co/a9ImfZnbib
Don’t get bogged down in learning about every conflict that you could possibly put your nose in. Have a little grace for people who came to a different conclusion than you.
My life advice for today.
Learn to notice when any person or story is trying to control you through fear. Learn to evaluate the claims in the most logical way.
Look at the main claims, make your best judgement, move on knowing that if more information comes to life you will still consider it and maybe change your mind. But stay focused on what you find important in life.
When an immigrant reside with you in your land, you shall not do him wrong. The immigrant who resides with you shall be to you as the native among you, and you shall love them as yourself, for you were immigrants in the land of Egypt; I am the Lord your God. - Lev 19:33-34
Who controls your information?
Tiberius moved to Capri for safety, but Sejanus used the isolation to control all communication and rule Rome. In our digital age, information gatekeepers hold the same power.
#RomanHistory#NexusBook#DigitalAge#Information
@_JessConnell He is polarizing. Which creates an unhealthy atmosphere for bipartisanship cooperation.
Barbra’s tweet was referencing John Kelly’s interview which really felt like someone who agreed with Republican policies trying to warn fellow Republicans about Trump’s authoritarian leanings.
“…if you must vote on a single issue in this election, then let it be democracy. Vote for the single issue of preserving and extending democracy over authoritarianism and the dismantling of democratic processes” https://t.co/m00nFwTXt4
How poetic that I didn’t start reading Terry Pratchett books until after his death… if this is truly as bad as necromancy, necromancy must be delightful!
I love his descriptions and tongue in cheek conclusions!😂🤣😍❤️🔥
Pair bonded couples defend their territories by singing, although solo individuals also “sing fight”. Female sing fights last longer than male sing fights, and when they fail to deter intruders they engage in physical fights using their powerful arms and large canine teeth!